My journey into the mental health field began in 2021 after I completed my master’s degree in Music Therapy at Temple University (USA). This intensive three-year program trained me to work clinically with a wide range of populations—including those in developmental, mental health, and medical care settings—through 1,200 hours of clinical internship and a comprehensive research experience. 

As someone with a background in music therapy, I experienced a transformative shift in how I connect with music. It became a way to explore deep emotional expression and foster connection. During my clinical training, I learned to approach music as a powerful instrument for healing and personal growth, which ignited my passion for supporting others. 

With 4.5 years of specialized experience supporting neurodivergent individuals (e.g., Autism, ADHD, Selective Mutism, and learning differences), Ivory works with individuals and families through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, using a trauma-informed approach to support nervous system regulation, unpack emotional burdens and numbness, and foster self-acceptance. She currently works full-time in a residential mental health facility, supporting individuals living with various mental health conditions, including PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, chronic suicidal ideation, and more.

My therapy style is warm and can also be appropriately challenging. I sometimes integrate art, games, and music to help clients engage more adaptively in verbal conversation. I am passionate about providing a non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard and seen, fostering accessibility to their emotions and experiences, and supporting clients in finding meaning and growth within their lived experience.

I’m fluent in English and Mandarin.